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Claudia Herrera

West New York,New Jersey

Summary

Talented Dental Assistant with 2 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

NHCAC
09.2022 - Current
  • Entered patient data into the computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Developed and mounted of dental x-rays.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for daily procedures.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Experienced working with GP, Endodontist, Periodontist, and Prosthodontist.

Dentist

Cuba
09.2019 - 06.2022

Certification

  • RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
  • NJRHS

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Dental Assistant

NHCAC
09.2022 - Current

Dentist

Cuba
09.2019 - 06.2022
Claudia Herrera